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New Zealand's best.
New Zealand's 15 most popular rotorua & geothermal tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Rotorua canopy ziplines over 1,000-year-old native forest. Small group, expert guides teach ecology, plus free photos and wet gear.
“Incredible time! Our guides, Steph and Phil, were so fun. We were laughing the entire time. We also felt very safe and well taken care of. Amazing views, super fun zip lines, and totally worth the time and money. Can’t recommend enough!”
Full-day Wai-O-Tapu geothermal entry near Rotorua with Lady Knox Geyser, colorful hot pools, and easy trails. Parking included.
“Beautiful and interesting Park. Very well laid out with information readily available.”
Rotorua’s Ultimate Zipline mixes 6 ziplines, a 400m tandem, and a volcanic cliff walk—plus shuttle, gear, and free photos.
“Had a total blast!! Whole family loved it. Incredible views, fabulous staff and guides. We rented the GoPro they offered and got some great videos. This is was so much fun.”
Grade 5 Kaituna River rafting from Rotorua with provided gear, waterfall thrills, and a free sauna after. 2.5 hours.
“So amazing!! The guides are soo experienced and make the whole thing very fun. The river is so beautiful. You have to do this while you’re in Rotorua!”
Rotorua’s Mitai Māori Village night includes a guided bush walk, waka canoe moment, and a hangi buffet plus haka and poi performances.
“A few hundred people, so hard to get a chance to see anything. Very few glow worms. The food was fantastic and plentiful!”
Thrilling Kaituna River rafting near Rotorua: 14 rapids, 3 falls, and Māori kaitiakitanga, plus door-to-door transport for $83.
“It was a terrific experience and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Our guide Ben was very kowledgeable and explained everything. I would highly recommend this rafting experience.”
Te Pā Tū in Rotorua pairs Māori song and dance with a 4-course forest dinner. Pickup, bonfires, Maramataka flavors.
“Fantastic tour from start to finish. Seamless pick up, our guide was friendly and funny. The ceremony was fantastic, and the chance to learn about Māori culture through interactive games and experiences made the whole thing so much better. The hosts were brilliant, and the songs and dances were fun and energetic. The whole evening…”
Hell’s Gate in Rotorua pairs a geothermal walk with a mud bath and sulphur spa. Relax, soak, and see active thermal wonders in 3 hours.
“Great experience, enjoyed the walk, felt like we had stepped into a different world. The wood carving was a quick bit of fun at the end And the spa and mud bath were so relaxing and rejuvenating”
From Rotorua, head to Hobbiton for a guided movie-set walk, Green Dragon stops, and a festive buffet lunch on scenic coach ride.
“This was a magical experience that was made even better by the really friendly guides and drivers. The coach driver Hannah was very entertaining and had great energy. Thank you :)”
Kaituna River rafting with Kaitiaki Adventures: hotel pickup, safety briefing, wetsuits and 7m Tutea Falls plus 14 rapids, photos included.
“High adrenaline in a relatively short time. Staff were super friendly and the operation was well run. Only a short 10 minute drive from the meeting point to the river on their bus. Highly recommend.”
Small-group Auckland trip to Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Te Puia with ticketed tours, snacks, and round-trip pickup.
“This tour is a must for anyone travelling around Auckland and with little time to really appreciate the natural beauties of the country. The visit is the cave and of the geysers were awesome and the guide, Ben, was very knowledgeable, kind and a tuned to the needs of our group. Cheeky Kiwi is a…”
An hour in Rotorua at the National Kiwi Hatchery. Learn kiwi conservation, see eggs and chicks, plus adult kiwis in the Nocturnal House.
“Nico was an amazing tour guide! And so very knowledgeable! we were so blessed to see the 2 kiwi and a newborn hatchling just 24 hrs old!! 🙏 thank you for all the conservation efforts to save these National Kiwi treasures!”
Ride a WWII duck across Rotorua’s lakes Tikitapu and Okareka, with live city, eruption, and geothermal stories in 1.5 hours.
“It is a unique e perience, lots of interesting history about Rotorua, surrounding Lakes and the Duck Boat, Mathilda. Make sure to take lots of photos.”
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with guided Movie Set walk and lunch at the Green Dragon Inn, plus round-trip coach transport.
“A great experience of the LOTR set. Kirsten and Hannah were both funny and knowledgeable guides on the drive and on the tour. The buffet lunch was great as well.”
Cedar hot tubs in Rotorua’s forest. Private 45-minute soak with cold plunge access, tub-side bar service, and a cafe to refuel.
“The day we went it was glorious sunshine but the hot tub experience didn’t disappoint. Check in was straightforward and everything was explained, the hot tub was very secluded and private and a great place to enjoy a beer. Had a lovely pie afterwards”
